They are the opposites of us. What is good becomes evil.
[Castiel is yet at a point in time in which he can hold fast to such a simple, absolute ruling. As River steps closer he reaches out to gently place his hands on the side of her head to cover her ears. Don't listen, the gesture says, though he knows she has little choice. She hears things no other human can, and soon enough he will fall into the ranks of those who can't hear, either.
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[Castiel is yet at a point in time in which he can hold fast to such a simple, absolute ruling. As River steps closer he reaches out to gently place his hands on the side of her head to cover her ears. Don't listen, the gesture says, though he knows she has little choice. She hears things no other human can, and soon enough he will fall into the ranks of those who can't hear, either.
Until that day comes, he can ensure she is well.]
Shall we go outside?